Bike basket Black Friday: discounts by mounting

A bike basket on Black Friday is first chosen based on its mounting: the same model is often sold in several versions, MIK, Racktime, KorbKlip or without a mount, each with its own price. Next comes the placement, at the front or on the rack, and the capacity. The discounts during the event also apply to transport bags and suitcases for travelling with your bike.

The fixing system, first point to check

A rear basket rarely clips onto any bike rack. Each system requires its own plate or adapter: MIK, Racktime Snapit, KorbKlip from Klickfix or WSL from Basil. The two generations of Snapit from Racktime, 1.0 and 2.0, do not fit the same racks, hence the different versions of the same basket. Baskets with universal fittings, using straps, hooks or clamps, are more widely adaptable but take longer to remove. Therefore, check the system of your bike rack before comparing two offers, then see if the adapter is included: some front baskets are sold without one. The choice between front, rear or dog baskets is explained all year round on the bike basket page.

Front or rear, and what capacity?

At the front, the basket attaches to the handlebars or a plate and stays within your sight; measure the space taken up by cables, the light, and on an electric bike, the display. The capacity is often indicated in the name, in litres or centimetres: about twelve litres for a bag and a phone, around 20 litres for shopping. At the back, baskets of 20 to 28 litres can carry heavier loads, within the limits set by the manufacturer and the bike rack.

Spotting a discount on a basket

Each version of a basket, MIK, Racktime, KorbKlip or without a fitting, has its own reference: compare two promotions on the same version; otherwise, the price difference may be due to a missing adapter. Next, check the capacity, often specified in the name in litres, and calculate the unit price of a set of several baskets.

Transport bags and travel cases

The page also includes covers and bags for taking a bike on the train, in a car or by plane. Before choosing one, check the intended use, road, mountain biking or BMX, the internal length relative to your frame, and what will need to be removed, at least the wheels and pedals. A bag with padding or a frame better protects a valuable bike; a soft cover is easier to store upon arrival.

The brands of baskets in the sale

Klickfix sells various front baskets without fittings, like the Lamello 18 L or the Oval Plus, to be paired with a handlebar adapter; the page also offers a fitting for a quill stem, equipped with a lock.

Basil offers its Cento rear basket in technical fibre, honeycomb steel or synthetic wicker, and provides its baskets with a MIK, KorbKlip or WSL fitting depending on the model.

Fastrider, a family business from the Benelux, hand-braids its Zeno basket in rattan, available in a medium size of 17 litres or a large size of 26 litres, with handles for carrying.

Newlooxs designs and manufactures in the Netherlands the Clipper, a 28-litre rear basket made from recycled plastic with a foldable handle, available in MIK, Racktime or Racktime 2.0 versions.

Racktime reserves for its Snapit system baskets like the Bask It, made of plastic or wire, the Agentha 2.0 or the Woodpacker 2.0 wooden box.

Around the basket

A rear basket requires a rack from the sale with the correct system. To carry without a basket, rack bags in Black Friday detach and can be carried, and the bike bag Black Friday page gathers all families. After the sale, stopped baskets go to clearance, and the recently listed models can be found in new arrivals.

Frequently asked questions

Is the basket delivered with its fitting?

Not always: the mention "without fitting" appears in the name. In this case, count on a handlebar adapter or a compatible plate, and check that it suits the diameter of your handlebars.

How can I tell if my bike rack is Racktime 1.0 or 2.0?

Look for the reference on the rack in its manual or on its datasheet: the generation is indicated there. Both are not compatible with each other, but the adapter of a Snapit basket can be replaced by unscrewing four screws.

Can a front basket fit an electric bike?

Yes, if there is enough space on the handlebars. A display, control unit or cables may obstruct the adapter: check the free space and the load capacity of the basket.

Does a rattan basket withstand rain?

Natural rattan is not designed to stay wet: bring it inside or cover it. Baskets made of synthetic wicker or plastic maintain the look of a woven basket and handle showers better.

How long do discounts on baskets last?

The Black Friday takes place on the Friday after Thanksgiving, and Vélo-Store keeps its Black Friday discounts on baskets and transport bags for the whole of November. This time is used to identify the system of your bike rack, Racktime 1.0, 2.0 or MIK.